1969 Mercury Montego vs. 2003 Rover 45
To start off, 2003 Rover 45 is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Mercury Montego. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Mercury Montego would be higher. At 4,945 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Mercury Montego is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Mercury Montego (142 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2003 Rover 45. (102 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Mercury Montego should accelerate faster than 2003 Rover 45. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Mercury Montego weights approximately 665 kg more than 2003 Rover 45. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1969 Mercury Montego is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1969 Mercury Montego. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Rover 45, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1969 Mercury Montego (335 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 212 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Rover 45. (123 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1969 Mercury Montego will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Rover 45.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Mercury Montego | 2003 Rover 45 | |
| Make | Mercury | Rover |
| Model | Montego | 45 |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4945 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 142 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 335 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 79 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1775 kg | 1110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5300 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2630 mm |
